Spanish Quick Use Guide is included.
Guía para rápida consulta en español está incluida.
LSQT1284 A
For USA assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or, contact us via the web at: http://www.panasonic.com/contactinfo
For Canadian assistance, please call: 1-800-561-5505 or visit us at www.panasonic.ca
Mini
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
please read the instructions completely.
Operating Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder
PV-GS90P/PC
Model No.
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Things You Should Know
Thank you for choosing Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the
market today. Used properly, we’re sure it will
bring you and your family years of enjoyment.
Please take time to fill in the information on the
right.
The serial number is on the tag located on the
underside of your Camcorder. Be sure to retain
this manual as your convenient Camcorder
information source.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Your
Camcorder is designed to record and play back in Standard Play (SP) mode and Long Play
(LP) mode
It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested and inspected for use in Camcorder
with the
mark be used.
The following mark and symbols are located on bottom of the unit.
Ò
Ò
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE,
≥DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN, MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE
APPARATUS.
≥USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
≥DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK); THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION!
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR IN
ANOTHER CONFINED SPACE. ENSURE THE UNIT IS WELL VENTILATED. TO PREVENT RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE TO OVERHEATING, ENSURE THAT CURTAINS
AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE VENTILATION VENTS.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
≥Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
≥Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions and
use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: PV-GS90P
Responsible party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
1-800-211-PANA(7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the
unit and the applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for
future reference.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Precautions
USE & LOCATION
≥TO AVOID SHOCK HAZARD ... Your
Camcorder and power supply should not be
exposed to rain or moisture. Do not connect the
power supply or operate your Camcorder if it
gets wet. Your Camcorder has been designed
for outdoor use, however it is not designed to
sustain direct exposure to water, rain, sleet,
snow, sand, dust, or a direct splashing from a
pool or even a cup of coffee. This action could
permanently damage the internal parts of your
Camcorder. Do not attempt to disassemble this
unit. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Unplug your Camcorder from the power supply
before cleaning.
≥DO NOT AIM YOUR CAMCORDER AT THE
SUN OR OTHER BRIGHT OBJECTS
≥DO NOT LEAVE THE CAMCORDER WITH
THE EVF AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE SUN AS
THIS MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE
INTERNAL PARTS OF THE EVF
≥DO NOT EXPOSE YOUR CAMCORDER TO
EXTENDED HIGH TEMPERATURE ... Such as,
in direct sunlight, inside a closed car, next to a
heater, etc... This action could permanently
damage the internal parts of your Camcorder.
≥AVOID SUDDEN CHANGES IN
TEMPERATURE ... If the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place,
moisture may form on the tape and inside the
unit.
≥DO NOT LEAVE YOUR CAMCORDER OR
THE POWER SUPPLY TURNED ON WHEN
NOT IN USE.
≥STORAGE OF YOUR CAMCORDER ... Store
and handle your Camcorder in a manner that
will not subject it to unnecessary movement
(avoid shaking and striking). Your Camcorder
contains a sensitive pick-up device which could
be damaged by improper handling or storage.
CARE
≥TO CLEAN YOUR CAMCORDER ... Do not use
strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning
your Camcorder body.
≥TO PROTECT THE LENS ... Do not touch the
surface of the lens with your hand. Use a
commercial Camcorder lens solution and lens
paper when cleaning the lens. Improper
cleaning can scratch the lens coating.
≥TO PROTECT THE FINISH OF YOUR
CAMCORDER ... Before handling your
Camcorder, make sure your hands and face are
free from any chemical products, such as
suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.
-If you see this symbol-
WARNING
CAUTION
Information on Disposal in other
Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the
European Union.
If you wish to discard this product,
please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for
the correct method of disposal.
Battery
1. Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes, wash it off thoroughly with
water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the eyes. Rinse eyes
thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
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U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698; 6,516,132; and 5,583,936.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 60xC (140oF) or incinerate.
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 110V and 240V.
But
≥In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a 120V AC power supply only.
≥When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada, use a plug adaptor to suit the
AC outlet configuration.
≥When connecting to a supply of greater than AC 125V, ensure the cord you use is suited to the
voltage of the AC supply and the rated current of the AC adaptor.
≥Contact an electrical parts distributor for assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adaptor or AC
cord set.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. The mains plug of the
power supply cord shall remain readily operable. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the
AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from AC receptacle.
Product Identification Marking is located on the bottom of units.
A lithium ion/polymer battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
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Contents
Accessories ..................................................... 8
Quick Guide..................................................... 8
Before using
Parts identification and handling.................... 10
How to remove the Sensor tag
(for U.S.A. only)........................................... 11
The grip belt................................................... 12
Using the lens cover ...................................... 12
Power supply ................................................. 12
Charging time and recordable time................ 13
Selecting a mode
(Turning the Camcorder on/off)................... 14
Setting date and time..................................... 15
Using the LCD monitor .................................. 16
Using the viewfinder ...................................... 16
Quick Start..................................................... 17
Inserting/removing a cassette........................ 18
How to use the joystick.................................. 19
Help mode ..................................................... 20
Language selection........................................ 20
Using the menu screen.................................. 20
Adjusting LCD monitor/viewfinder.................. 21
Recording with the built-in LED video light .... 22
Record mode
Check before recording ................................. 23
Recording on a tape ...................................... 24
Recording check ............................................ 25
Blank search function .................................... 25
Recording a still picture on a tape
(Photoshot).................................................. 26
Zoom in/out function ...................................... 26
Recording yourself......................................... 27
Backlight compensation function ................... 27
MagicPix function........................................... 28
Soft skin mode ............................................... 28
Fade in/fade out function ............................... 29
Wind noise reduction function........................ 29
Aspect ratio.................................................... 30
Optical image stabilizer function .................... 30
Guideline function.......................................... 30
Auto slow shutter mode ................................. 31
Recording in various situations
(Scene mode).............................................. 32
Recording in natural colors
(White balance)........................................... 33
Manual focus adjustment............................... 33
Manual shutter speed/aperture adjustment ... 34
Playback mode
Playing back tape .......................................... 35
Frame-by-frame playback ............................. 36
Playback on TV ............................................. 36
Edit mode
Copying onto a DVD recorder or a VCR
(Dubbing) .................................................... 37
Using the DV Interface Cable for Recording
(Digital Dubbing) ......................................... 38
PC Connection with the DV Interface Cable
.... 39
Using on Macintosh....................................... 39
Notes ............................................................. 39
Menu
Menu list ........................................................ 40
Menus related to recording............................ 41
Menus related to playback ............................ 41
Other menus.................................................. 41
Others
Indications ..................................................... 42
Warning/alarm indications ............................. 42
Functions that cannot be used
simultaneously ............................................ 43
Before requesting repair
(Problems and solutions) ............................ 44
Cautions for Use............................................ 46
Explanation of terms...................................... 49
Specifications ................................................ 50
Camcorder Accessory System ...................... 51
Camcorder Accessory Order Form
(For USA Customers) ................................. 52
Request for Service Notice (USA Only) ........ 53
Limited Warranty (For USA Customers)........ 54
Customer Services Directory......................... 55
Warranty (For Canadian Customers) ............ 56
Index.............................................................. 57
Spanish Quick Use Guide/
Guía española para el uso rápido............... 58
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Accessories
The following are the accessories supplied with
this product.
1) AC adaptor, DC Cable, AC Cable
-13-
2) Battery pack -12-
3) AV cable -36-, -37-
Quick Guide
ª Charging the battery
1
Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC Jack.
2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by
aligning the arrows.
ª Inserting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and
slide it until it clicks.
ª
Inserting/removing a cassette
1
Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the
cassette cover.
2 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/
remove the cassette.
1)
2)
3)
K2CA2CA00025
K2KC4CB00020
K2GJ2DC00011
VSK0697
LSSB0016
1
2
OPEN/
EJECT
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3 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close
the cassette holder.
4 Only after the cassette holder is completely
housed, close the cassette cover tightly.
ª
How to turn on the power
1
While pressing the lock release button A,
set the mode dial to select the desired mode
B.
ª
How to turn off the power
1
Set the mode dial to OFF.
ª
Recording on a tape
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the recording start/stop button to
start recording.
2 Press the recording start/stop button again
to pause recording.
ª
Playing back tape
≥Set to Tape Playback Mode.
1 Operate with joystick.
1/;: Playback/Pause
6: Rewind/Review playback (Reverts to
playback with the 1/; icon.)
5: Fast forward/Cue playback (Reverts to
playback with the 1/; icon.)
∫:Stop
1
PUSH
A
B
;
;
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Before using
Parts identification and handling
ª Camcorder
(1) White balance sensor -33-
(2)
Lens cover open/close swich [ ] -12-
(3)
Grip belt -12-
(4)
Lens
(5) Lens cover -12-
(6)
Built-in LED video light -22-
(7)
Microphone (built-in, stereo) -27-, -29-
(8)
Audio-video output terminal [A/V] -36-, -37-
≥Use the supplied AV cable only.
(9) Viewfinder -16-, -48-
(10)
Battery holder -13-
(11)
DC input terminal [DC/C.C.IN] -13-
(12)
Battery release lever [BATTERY] -13-
(13)
Status indicator -14-
(14)
Mode dial -14-
(15)
Optical image stabilizer button [O.I.S.] -30-
(16)
Menu button [MENU] -20-
(17)
Joystick -19-
(18)
Recording start/stop button -24-
(5)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(7)
(6)
(4)
/
(8)
Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright or
dark spots on the Viewfinder screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does
not affect the recorded picture.
BATTERY
(12)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)
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(19) LCD monitor -16-, -48-
(20) LCD monitor open part -16-
(21)
Speaker -35-
(22)
Mode select buttons [AUTO]/
[MANUAL AF/MF]
-23-, -32-, -33-, -34-
(23)
Reset button [RESET] -43-, -45-
(24)
Light Button [LIGHT] -22-
(25)
DV input/output terminal [DV] -37-, -38-
(26)
Cassette holder -18-
(27)
Cassette eject lever [OPEN/EJECT] -18-
(28)
Cassette cover -18-
(29)
Zoom lever [W/T] -26-
Volume lever [sVOLr] -35-
(30)
Photoshot button [ ] -26-
(31)
Eyepiece corrector knob -16-
(32)
Tripod receptacle
This is a hole for attaching the Camcorder to
optional tripod. (Please carefully read the
operating instructions for how to attach the tripod
to the Camcorder.)
How to remove the Sensor tag
(for U.S.A. only)
1 Flip the grip belt.
2 Remove the Sensor tag and then fix the grip
belt.
Due to limitations in LCD production
technology, there may be some tiny bright or
dark spots on the LCD monitor screen.
However, this is not a malfunction and does
not affect the recorded picture.
(19)
(21)(22)
(23)
(24)
(25)
(20)
(26)
(27)
(28)
(29)
(30)
(31)
(32)
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The grip belt
Adjust the belt length so it fits your hand.
1 Adjust the belt length and the pad position.
1 Flip the belt.
2 Adjust the length.
3 Fix the belt.
Using the lens cover
For the lens protection, be sure to close the lens
cover when not in use.
1 Slide the lens cover open/close switch to
[].
Power supply
ª Charging the battery
When this product is purchased, the battery is not
charged. Charge the battery before using this
product.
IMPORTANT:
≥If the DC Cable is connected to the AC adaptor,
then the battery will not get charged. Remove
the DC Cable from the AC adaptor.
≥Battery charging time. (
-13-)
≥We recommend using Panasonic batteries.
(
-8-, -51-)
≥If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee
the quality of this product.
1 Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC Jack.
2 Insert the battery into the battery charger by
aligning the arrows.
ª
Charging lamp [CHARGE]
Lights up:Charging
Goes off: Charging completed
Flashing: ≥ When the battery temperature is
excessively high or low, the lamp
flashes and the charging time will be
longer than normal.
≥ Remove dirt, foreign objects or dust
on the terminals of the battery or the
AC adaptor.
If the lamp is still flashing, something
may be wrong with the battery or AC
adaptor.
Contact consumer support.
-55-
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1
2
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ª Connecting to the AC outlet
1
Connect the AC Cable to the AC adaptor
and the AC Jack.
2 Connect the DC Cable to the AC adaptor.
3 Connect the DC Cable to this unit.
≥
Do not use the power cord for other equipment
since the power cord is exclusively designed for
this Camcorder. Do not use the power cord from
other equipment for this Camcorder.
ª Inserting the battery
Push the battery against the battery holder and
slide it until it clicks.
ª
Removing the battery
While sliding the [BATTERY] lever, slide the
battery to remove it.
≥
Hold the battery with your hand so it does not fall.
≥
Before removing the battery, be sure to set the Mode
dial to OFF and check that the status indicator is off.
≥Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥Do not leave a battery pack in an automobile
exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of
time with doors and windows closed.
Charging time and recordable time
The times shown in the tables below are for when
the temperature is 25 oC (77 oF) and the humidity
is 60%. If the temperature is higher or lower than
25 oC (77 oF), the charging time will become
longer.
A Charging time
B Maximum continuously recordable time
C Actual recordable time
(The actual recordable time refers to the
recordable time on tape when repeatedly starting/
stopping recording, turning the unit on/off, moving
the zoom lever etc.)
≥The charging time and recordable time shown in
the table are approximations. The times indicate
the recordable time when the viewfinder is used.
The times in parentheses indicate the
recordable time when the LCD monitor is used.
≥We recommend the Battery Pack VW-VBG130,
VW-VBG260 and VW-VBG6 for long recording
time (2 hours or more for continuous recording,
1 hour or more for actual recording).
≥The actual time may become shorter than this.
The recordable time shown in the table are
approximations. The recordable time will
become shorter in the following cases:
≥
When you use both the viewfinder and the
LCD monitor simultaneously while rotating the
LCD monitor frontward to record yourself, etc.
1
2
3
BATTERY
Supplied
battery
(7.2 V/
640 mAh)
A 1 h 40 min
B
1 h 45 min
(1 h 30 min)
C
55 min
(45 min)
VW-VBG130
(7.2 V/
1320 mAh)
A 2 h 35 min
B
3 h
(2 h 40 min)
C
1 h 35 min
(1 h 20 min)
VW-VBG260
(7.2 V/
2640 mAh)
A 4 h 40 min
B
6 h 5 min
(5 h 20 min)
C
3 h 10 min
(2 h 45 min)
VW-VBG6
(7.2 V/
5800 mAh)
A 9 h 25 min
B
14 h 5 min
(12 h 15 min)
C
7 h 25 min
(6 h 25 min)
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≥The batteries heat up after use or charging. The
main unit of the Camcorder being used will also
heat up. This is normal.
≥Along with the reduction of the battery capacity,
the display will change: # #
# # . If the battery
discharges, then ( ) will flash.
Selecting a mode
(Turning the Camcorder on/off)
When recording, open the lens cover before
turning the unit on. (
-12-) If the unit is turned on
with the lens cover closed, the automatic white
balance adjustment (
-49-) may not function
properly.
Rotate the mode dial to select the desired mode
or OFF.
≥Rotate the mode dial slowly.
ª
How to turn on the power
1
While pressing the lock release button A,
set the mode dial to select the desired
mode.
≥Rotate the mode dial while at the same time
pressing in the lock release button if changing
from OFF to another mode.
≥Align with the mark B.
≥The Status indicator lights red and the power
turns on.
ª
How to turn off the power
1
Set the mode dial to OFF.
≥The Status indicator goes off when the power
turns off.
TAPE RECORDING MODE
Use this when you record the image on
a tape.
TAPE PLAYBACK MODE
Use this to play back a tape.
OFF The power turns off.
A
B
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ª How to turn the power on and off with
the LCD monitor/viewfinder
When the mode dial is set to Tape Recording
Mode, the power can be turned on and off with
the LCD monitor and the viewfinder.
1 Open the LCD monitor out or extend the
viewfinder to turn on the power. (
-16-)
≥The LCD monitor or viewfinder will be
activated.
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the
viewfinder to turn off the power.
≥The power will not turn off unless the LCD
monitor is closed and the viewfinder is
retracted.
≥The Status indicator automatically goes off
and the power turns off. (If quick start is set to
[ON] (
-17-), the unit goes into quick start
standby mode and the Status indicator lights
green.)
≥The power does not turn off even if the
LCD monitor is closed and the viewfinder
is retracted while recording on a tape.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the
viewfinder to turn the power on and use the
Camcorder again.
≥The Status indicator lights red and the power
turns on.
Setting date and time
When the Camcorder is turned on for the first
time, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.
≥Select [YES] and press the center of the
joystick. Perform steps 2 and 3 below to set the
date/time.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [BASIC] >> [CLOCK SET] >> [YES]. (-20-)
2 Move the joystick left or right in order to
select the item to be set. Then move the
joystick up or down to set the desired value.
≥The year will change as follows:
2000, 2001, ..., 2089, 2000, ...
≥The 12-hour clock is used.
3 Press the joystick to determine the setting.
≥The clock function starts at [00] seconds.
ª
About date/time
≥The date and time function are driven by a built-
in lithium battery.
≥Make sure to check the time before recording
because the built-in clock is not very accurate.
ª
Recharging the built-in lithium battery
≥If [0] or [--] appears when the Camcorder is
turned on, then the built-in lithium battery needs
to be charged. Use the steps below to charge
the battery.
Connect the AC adaptor to the Camcorder or
attach the battery to the Camcorder, and the
built-in lithium battery will be recharged. Leave
the Camcorder as is for approx. 24 hours, and
the battery will drive the date and time for
approx. 6 months. (The battery is still being
recharged even if the mode dial is set to OFF.)
≥When turning on the power for the first time after
charging, [SET DATE AND TIME] will appear.
Select [YES] and set the date and time.
Set the mode dial to OFF when this unit is
not being used.
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Using the LCD monitor
You can record the image while viewing it on the
opened LCD monitor.
1 Pull the LCD monitor out in the direction of
the arrow with your fingers.
≥It can open up to 90o.
2 Adjust the angle of the LCD monitor
according to your preference.
≥It can rotate up to 180o 1 towards the lens or
90o 2 towards the viewfinder.
≥The brightness and color level of the LCD
monitor can be adjusted from the menu.
-21-
≥If it is forcibly opened or rotated, the Camcorder
may be damaged or fail.
≥If the LCD monitor is rotated by 180o towards
the lens and the viewfinder is extended (when
recording yourself), the LCD monitor and the
viewfinder simultaneously light.
Using the viewfinder
ª Extending the viewfinder
1
Pull out the viewfinder and extend it by
pinching the extension knob.
≥The viewfinder will be activated. (If the LCD
monitor is opened, the viewfinder will be
deactivated.)
ª
Adjusting the viewfinder field of view
1 Adjust the focus by sliding the eyepiece
corrector knob.
≥You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder
from the menu.
-21-
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Quick Start
When Quick Start is ON the battery power is still
being consumed, even when the LCD Monitor
and the Viewfinder are closed.
The Camcorder will resume recording/pause
mode about 1.7 seconds after the LCD Monitor or
the Viewfinder is reopened.
≥Please note in Quick Start Mode approximately
half the pause recording power is being
consumed. Using Quick Start Mode will reduce
the battery recording/playback time.
≥This is only activated in the following cases.
≥While using the battery
A tape is inserted, while the Tape Recording
Mode is set.
≥While using the AC adaptor
Quick Start can be used even if a tape is not
inserted.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [ON].
(
-20-)
2 Close the LCD monitor and retract the
viewfinder while the mode dial is set to
Tape Recording Mode.
≥The Status indicator lights green and the unit
goes into quick start standby mode.
≥The Camcorder will not go into quick start
standby mode unless the LCD monitor is
closed and the viewfinder is retracted.
3 Open the LCD monitor or extend the
Viewfinder.
≥The status indicator lights red and the
Camcorder is put into recording pause
approx. 1.7 seconds after it is turned on.
ª
To cancel Quick Start
1
Set [SETUP] >> [QUICK START] >> [OFF].
(
-20-)
≥The status indicator goes off and the power
turns off if the mode dial is set to OFF while the
unit is in quick start standby mode.
≥If the standby continues for approx. 30 minutes,
then the Status indicator will go off and the
Camcorder will be completely turned off.
≥In the following cases, quick start is canceled
and the power turns off.
≥When the Mode dial is moved.
≥When the battery or AC adaptor is removed.
≥When the tape is removed while using the
battery in Tape Recording Mode.
≥When the Camcorder is quick-started with the
white balance on automatic, it may take some
time until the white balance is adjusted if the
scene being recorded has a light source
different from the scene last recorded. (When
the MagicPix function is used, however, the
white balance of the scene last recorded is
retained.)
≥If the power is turned on in quick start standby
mode, the zoom magnification becomes 2t and
the picture size may differ from what it was
before quick start standby mode.
≥If [POWER SAVE] (
-24-) is set to [5 MINUTES]
and the unit automatically goes into quick start
standby mode, close the LCD monitor and
retract the viewfinder and then open the LCD
monitor or extend the viewfinder again.
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Inserting/removing a cassette
1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn on
the power.
2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open the
cassette cover.
≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassette
holder will come out.
3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/
remove the cassette.
≥When inserting a cassette, orient it as shown
in the figure, and then securely insert it as far
as it goes.
≥When removing, pull it straight out.
4 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to close
the cassette holder.
≥The cassette holder is housed.
5 Only after the cassette holder is completely
housed, close the cassette cover tightly.
≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette,
use the blank search function to find the position
where you want to continue recording. If you are
overwriting a previously recorded cassette, be
sure to find the position where you want to
continue recording.
≥When closing the cassette cover, do not get
anything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.
≥After use, be sure to rewind the cassette
completely, remove it and put it in a case. Store
the case in an upright position. (
-48-)
≥If the indicator of the condensation does not
display on the LCD screen and/or EVF and you
notice condensation on the lens or the main
unit, do not open the cassette cover otherwise
condensation may be formed on the heads or
the cassette tape. (
-46-)
ª
When the cassette holder does not
come out
≥Close the cassette cover completely, and then
open it again completely.
≥Check if the battery has run down.
≥Check if the cassette compartment cover is in
contact with grip belt as shown below. If so, be
sure the grip belt stays clear of the cover when
opening.
ª
When the cassette holder cannot be
housed
≥Set the mode dial to OFF, then to another mode
again.
≥Check if the battery has run down.
ª
Accidental erasure prevention
If the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of a
cassette is opened (slide in the direction of the
[SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded.
When recording, close the accidental erasure
prevention slider of the cassette (slide in the
direction of the [REC] arrow).
Caution:
Take care not to trap your fingers under the
cassette holder when closing it.
OPEN/
EJECT
1
PUSH
R E C
SAVE
1
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How to use the joystick
ª Basic joystick operations
Operations on the menu screen
Move the joystick up, down, left, or right to select
an item, and then push in the center to set it.
ª
Joystick and screen display
Push the center of the joystick, and icons will be
displayed on the screen. Each time the joystick is
moved down, the indication changes.
(In the Tape playback mode, the icons will be
automatically displayed on the screen.)
1) Tape recording mode
(When the [AUTO] button is pressed to set
to auto mode.)
≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
2) Tape recording mode
(When the [MANUAL AF/MF] button is
pressed to set to manual mode.)
≥1 is displayed while recording on a tape.
≥2 is displayed only when the [MANUAL AF/
MF] button is pressed again to set to manual
focus mode.
3) Tape playback mode
1 Select by moving up.
2 Select by moving down.
3 Select by moving left.
4 Select by moving right.
5 Determine by pushing the center.
1/3
2
Fade
-29-
3
Backlight compensation -27-
1
Help mode -20-
2/3
2
Soft skin mode
-28-
3 MagicPix -28-
3/3
2
Recording check
-25-
1
Blank search -25-
3
2
4
1
5
1
4/4
2
Iris or gain value
-34-
3
White balance
-33-
1
Shutter speed
-34-
5/5
2
Manual focus adjustment -33-
1
3
Playback/pause
-35-
4
Stop
-35-
2
Rewind (review playback)
-35-
1
Fast forward (cue playback)
-35-
2
1
2
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Help mode
Select an icon for an explanation of the function.
≥Set to Tape Recording Mode.
1 Press the joystick to display the icon during
the recording pause. Move the joystick
down until icon 1 appears.
2 Move the joystick right to select the Help
mode icon [ ].
3 Move the joystick up, left, or right to select
the desired icon.
≥An explanation of the selected icon is
displayed on the screen.
≥Each time the joystick is moved down, the
indication changes.
ª
To exit the Help mode
Select [EXIT] icon or press the [MENU] button.
≥When the Help mode is used, it is not possible
to record or set the functions.
Language selection
You can select the language on the screen
display and the menu screen.
1 Set [LANGUAGE] >> select the desired
language.
Using the menu screen
For each individual menu, please refer to -40-.
1 Press the [MENU] button.
≥The menu corresponding to the mode
selected by the mode dial is displayed.
≥Do not switch the mode dial when the menu is
displayed.
2 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the top menu.
3 Move the joystick right or press it to set the
selection.
4 Move the joystick up or down in order to
select the sub-menu.
1
MENU
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